Nile Breweries Tops the AB InBev Africa Growth League
Our leadership team recently joined colleagues and industry pioneers from across the continent for the annual AB InBev Africa 2026 Leadership, Performance & Cheers (LPC) Convention. Held in the vibrant coastal city of Durban, South Africa, the convention served as a powerful meeting of minds, centring around a unified corporate vision: growing together as one […]
Nile Special Unveils Limited Edition FIFA World Cup 2026 Bottle Label and Launches “Gwe Kafulu” Consumer Campaign
We have officially unveiled a new Nile Special limited edition FIFA World Cup 2026 bottle label and launched the second phase of the nationwide World Cup campaign dubbed “Gwe Kafulu,” further strengthening the brand’s connection with Ugandan football fans ahead of the world’s biggest sporting event. The announcement was made during a media launch held […]
Castle Lite Launches The “Ahhh” Challenge of Extra Cold Refreshment
Castle Lite has officially ignited the Ahhh challenge, a bold movement designed to shake up the social scene by breaking default habits and creating a new culture of extra-cold refreshment. This launch is a nationwide call for a mass trial, inviting Ugandans to taste first and choose after. The movement is set to turn every […]
Toasting to Greatness: Nile Special Celebrates the Stars of the 2025/26 Rugby Season
Greatness isn’t just found in a bottle; it’s forged on the pitch, through grit, discipline, and the unyielding spirit of the Ugandan people. Last Friday, at a colourful gala at Hotel Africana, we were honoured to join the Uganda Rugby Union to celebrate the stars of the 2025/26 season. For years, through our flagship brand […]
Nile Breweries Participates in Run For The Nile Marathon 2026.
Over the weekend, our team took part in the Run For The Nile Marathon held in Jinja City, bringing together environmental advocates, community members, and partners in a collective effort to protect the River Nile and Lake Victoria. Organised by the Rotary Club of Jinja, the 4th edition of the marathon brought together more than […]
Mbarara Brewery Named Best In Africa
We are incredibly proud to announce that our Mbarara Brewery has taken home multiple top honours at the 2025 Ab InBev Africa Zone Awards, including being named Africa’s Best Brewery, at the recent One Supply Chain Convention held in South Africa. Mbarara Brewery was crowned the Best Brewery in Africa, an award recognising exceptional performance […]
Nkanyiso Mncwabe Appointed New NBL MANAGING DIRECTOR
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Nkanyiso Mncwabe as our new Managing Director, effective January 1, 2026. Mr. Mncwabe succeeds Mr. Adu Rando, who successfully completed his tenure on December 31, 2025. Mr. Mncwabe joins Nile Breweries from South African Breweries (SAB), a key subsidiary of AB InBev, where he most recently served as […]
NBL Wins Top Prize at the URA Taxpayers Appreciation Awards 2025
Today, our story has reached a triumphant new chapter as we ascended the throne as the Overall Winner of the Excel Awards at the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) Taxpayers Appreciation Awards 2025! As a proud partner in building a stronger economy, we’re honoured to be celebrated as the most tax compliant company, filing and paying […]
GRIT Goes Digital: Successful App Pilot Completed
We hosted a successful training session to pilot the new digital GRIT (Growing Retailers Innovatively Together) App. This app marks a significant shift from the past two years of foundational physical, hands-on training for retailers across Uganda. Recognising the need for digitalisation, the GRIT App now offers retailers access to crucial business knowledge and specialised […]
Nile Breweries Celebrates farmers in the Rwenzori region
Fort Portal, Uganda – Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) brought together over 300 barley farmers, government representatives, and partners in Fort Portal to celebrate farmers’ contribution to Uganda’s barley value chain. The Cheers to Farmers celebrations recognised how innovation, inclusive investment, and sustainable agricultural practices are shaping a more resilient agricultural sector and supporting households and […]
Nile Breweries Crowned Employer of the Year 2025 – Gold Overall Winner!
Behind every refreshing sip of our beer is a team pouring their heart into what they do. We’re overjoyed to share that we were crowned Employer of the Year 2025, earning the Gold Overall Award at the Employer of the Year Awards, organised by the Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE). The awards ceremony, held at […]
Nile Breweries Launches “Cheers to Bars” at Mun G Live Concert
Through our premium brand Castle Lite, we officially launched the “Cheers to Bars” campaign during the Mun G Live at The Champions Ball Concert held at Serena Hotel, Kampala, on Saturday, August 30, 2025. The concert was a night to remember, not only for the electrifying performances but also for celebrating the vital role bars […]